People of Medieval Scotland
1093 - 1371

Seal-Matrix: Roger de Quincy, earl of Winchester (d.1264) (counterseal)

Owner
Roger de Quincy, earl of Winchester (d.1264)
Matrix Shape
round
Image description (obverse)
This antique gem matrix depicts a satyr, seated between a *mascle* at the top and bottom, flanked by *wyverns*.
Image description (reverse)
Legend (obverse)
SIGILL’ ROGERI DE QVENCI (“Seal of Roger de Quincy”).
Legend (reverse)
Catalogue
P/Quin/4/1C
Notes
Not the reverse of Roger's double-sided second seal, as described by Stevenson and Wood. Dimensions: 1 11/16 in. diameter. SW III, p.551.